Common causes of toothaches in Emerson

Everyone who has tooth pain has the same goal, and that is to make it stop. Don't make the bad move of waiting and hoping that it just goes away on its own. That is not very likely, and you are risking further damage and more serious consequences by ignoring the problem. Instead, turn to us here at DiBona & Scamardella Dental Studio for prompt and expert care.

Common causes of toothaches in Emerson

The common causes of an Emerson toothache all result from the breach of your tooth's natural protective barrier. There are two layers, the outer one, which is enamel; and then the inner one, which is the dentin. If they are intact, your nerve and the pulp inside remain free from possible harm and you go about your daily routine, eating and drinking what you want, without any discomfort. Complications arise when you have a hole in your tooth (a dental cavity) or the tooth becomes damaged through chipping or cracking. Existing fillings for previous cavities may also loosen or even fall out. In all of the above instances, the nerve becomes exposed, and that is the source of your Emerson toothache. As uncomfortable as you may be, there is a simple solution. Come in and get a new or replacement filling, or a dental crown, depending on the exact cause. Time is a factor, though, because there is one other common reason for tooth pain that can occur due to this exposure of your inner tooth. Bacteria makes its way to the pulp and an infection is sustained. Now you may notice that when you chew or apply pressure to the tooth, there is additional, possibly severe, pain, along with potential swelling, sensitivity to temperature extremes, and other symptoms.

Don't delay getting attention for your Emerson toothache. Call our office right away and we will have you seen at the earliest possible time.   

By DiBona & Scamardella Dental Studio

December 31, 2018